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Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2.1 starts rolling out to Pixels with some bug fixes
By Nandika Ravi published
Another Beta patch Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2.1 is here, and it brings with it basic bug fixes for eligible Pixel devices.

Spotify may finally launch lossless audio after years of delays
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Lossless finally! Spotify is poised to introduce lossless audio streaming, a highly anticipated feature, as recent code references and UI elements in version 1.2.66 hint at its imminent arrival.

Three-year-old Nothing Phone 1 gets new features with the latest June security patch
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
New features Nothing has released a new software update for the Phone 1, Nothing OS V3.2-250610-1104, introducing a Privacy Space and Hotspot Manager.

Samsung rolls out June security update for Galaxy S25 and more
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Bug fixes Samsung has begun releasing the June security patch for its Galaxy devices, addressing several vulnerabilities.

Google app could level up with this powerful AI feature for Android users
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Video Analysis The latest Google app update introduces a new video analysis feature for Gemini, similar to ChatGPT. Users can upload videos up to five minutes long for Gemini to analyze and summarize.

How to install the One UI 8 beta
By Brady Snyder published
Early access Samsung is opening up availability for One UI 8, its next mobile operating system based on Android 16. Here's how you can try it out for yourself.

Google Play Store gets a splash of color with Material 3 Expressive
By Vishnu Sarangapurkar published
Visually appealing Google's visual overhaul sneaks into the Play Store, bringing a vibrant new look.

Motorola confirms which phones will get updated to Android 16
By Brady Snyder published
Hello UI Android 16 is already available for Google Pixel users, but now Motorola is sharing which of its models will get the boost to the next Android OS version.
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